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HomeDaily NewsSunday, December 28, 2025Poll Names 2027 Presidential Challenger as Politicians Discuss Election Issues - December 2025
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Poll Names 2027 Presidential Challenger as Politicians Discuss Election Issues - December 2025

A recent Infotrak poll conducted between December 19 and December 20 indicates Fred Matiang'i is President Ruto's closest challenger for the 2027 presidential race, although 31 per cent of Kenyans remain undecided. On party politics, Suna East MP Junet Mohamed declared that only ODM party leader Oburu Odinga is constitutionally allowed to declare a presidential candidacy for the party. Mohamed also alleged former President Uhuru Kenyatta is funding dissent within ODM. Separately, Health CS Duale countered claims by Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi that the 2027 general elections could be nullified, clarifying that a September 2025 Supreme Court advisory did not fully address the boundary review issue due to the IEBC lacking a proper constitution.

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Poll Shows Ruto's Closest Challenger in 2027 Presidential Race

Poll Shows Ruto's Closest Challenger in 2027 Presidential Race

A recent Infotrak poll indicates Fred Matiang'i is President Ruto's closest challenger for the 2027 presidential race, despite 31 per cent of Kenyans remaining undecided. The survey, conducted between December 19 and December 20, highlights the political landscape ahead of the next general elections.

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A recent Infotrak poll indicates Fred Matiang'i is President Ruto's closest challenger for the 2027 presidential race, despite 31 per cent of Kenyans remaining undecided. The survey, conducted between December 19 and December 20, highlights the political landscape ahead of the next general elections.

  • If elections were held today, President Ruto would secure 28 per cent of the vote, with Fred Matiang'i following at 13 per cent.
  • Kalonzo Musyoka ranked third with 12 per cent, while Embakasi East member of parliament Babu Owino received 7 per cent support.
  • 31 per cent of Kenyans are undecided, and another 4 per cent did not disclose their preferred candidate, signifying significant voter uncertainty.
  • Babu Owino also emerged as the most preferred leader for the Luo community, commanding 33 per cent support.
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Junet Names The Only ODM Candidate Allowed to Challenge Ruto in 2027

Junet Names The Only ODM Candidate Allowed to Challenge Ruto in 2027

Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed declared that ODM party leader Oburu Odinga is the only individual constitutionally allowed to declare a presidential candidacy for the party in 2027, dismissing other aspiring candidates. He also alleged that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is funding dissent within the party.

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Duale Addresses Claims 2027 Polls Could Be Nullified After Mudavadi's Warning

Duale Addresses Claims 2027 Polls Could Be Nullified After Mudavadi's Warning

Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Duale has countered claims by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi regarding a potential constitutional crisis that could nullify the 2027 general elections. Duale clarified that the Supreme Court’s September 2025 advisory did not fully address the boundary review issue due to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) lacking a proper constitution at the time.

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Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed declared that ODM party leader Oburu Odinga is the only individual constitutionally allowed to declare a presidential candidacy for the party in 2027, dismissing other aspiring candidates. He also alleged that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is funding dissent within the party.

  • Junet Mohamed stated that the ODM party's constitution permits only the party leader, Oburu Odinga, to vie for the presidency.
  • Oburu Odinga affirmed his resolve to protect the party's legacy and maintain its commitment to a broad-based arrangement with President William Ruto.
  • Junet accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of paying individuals to create division and stage a "coup" within the ODM party.

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Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Duale has countered claims by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi regarding a potential constitutional crisis that could nullify the 2027 general elections. Duale clarified that the Supreme Court’s September 2025 advisory did not fully address the boundary review issue due to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) lacking a proper constitution at the time.

  • Mudavadi warned that the failure to review electoral boundaries by the March 2024 deadline could prevent the 2027 elections and proposed a referendum along with the elections.
  • Duale cited paragraph 64 of the advisory, emphasizing the Supreme Court directed that a newly constituted IEBC must seek a fresh advisory opinion to fully resolve the matter.
  • The 2010 Kenyan Constitution mandates boundary reviews every eight to twelve years, to be completed 12 months before a general election.